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It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Don Valley East.
[Members sang the national anthem]
House of Commons Hansard #83 of the 40th Parliament, 3rd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was agreements.
2 p.m.
The Speaker Liberal Peter Milliken
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Don Valley East.
[Members sang the national anthem]
Minor HockeyStatements By Members
2 p.m.
Greg Rickford Conservative Kenora, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge Doug Novak from Kenora.
For the past 21 years, Doug has coached Pee Wee hockey, teaching kids how to play Canada's game and giving them important transferrable skills like team playing and leadership along the way. Philadelphia Flyer team captain Mike Richards is but one example.
Doug lives and breathes hockey. He never thinks twice about volunteering countless hours of his time to Kenora minor hockey.
Recently, in the RBC's annual local hockey leaders program, Doug was one of 14 people chosen from hundreds of nominations for his volunteer service and dedication to the sport of hockey. A photo of Doug was unveiled in a permanent display honouring Canada's unsung hockey heroes at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, and $10,000 will be donated to Kenora minor hockey in Doug's name.
I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Doug for his many years of service and commitment to families and minor hockey in Kenora. Doug is just another example of what is so great about the great Kenora riding.
InfrastructureStatements By Members
2 p.m.
Sukh Dhaliwal Liberal Newton—North Delta, BC
Mr. Speaker, when the Pacific gateway project was introduced under the previous Liberal government, my constituents of Newton—North Delta were relieved that truck and container traffic would no longer clog their community.
Now I have learned that the South Fraser Perimeter Road is short on funding. A first-class freeway is now being downgraded to a highway with an unsafe level of traffic lights. The upgrades were supposed to stop trucks idling at intersections. Local governments are calling this plan a recipe for disaster.
I urge the government to commit to the residents of Delta proper funding for this project to allow for a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly flow of traffic.
Jacques MassonStatements By Members
2:05 p.m.
France Bonsant Bloc Compton—Stanstead, QC
Mr. Speaker, in September, Jacques Masson announced that he was stepping down as president of the Union des producteurs agricoles de Coaticook after 32 years of involvement.
As the Bloc Québécois deputy critic for agriculture and agri-food, I would like to highlight his commitment to farmers in the region. His dedication helped keep the Union des producteurs agricoles de Coaticook financially healthy, and allowed the organization to work on a number of important issues.
For example, the Union des producteurs agricoles de Coaticook got involved in the issue of access to high-speed Internet in rural areas and in an environmental project to plant trees to protect fields and waterways, for which the organization won the Jean-Paul Raymond award last year.
I wish Mr. Masson and his family the best of luck in sustaining their farm.
Spirit DayStatements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Glenn Thibeault NDP Sudbury, ON
Mr. Speaker, today I am wearing purple because it is Spirit Day. New Democrats stand in solidarity with gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and transsexual youth to honour those youth who recently committed suicide due to bullying and harassment.
Some of the Canadian and American youth we remember are: Tyler Clementi, Seth Walsh, Justin Aaberg, Raymond Chase, Asher Brown, Cody J. Barker, Harrison Chase Brown, Caleb Nolt, Billy Lucas, Jeanine Blanchette and Chantal Dube.
We must act now to end bullying and discrimination against GLBTT youth and stand in solidarity with them, their friends and their families.
I would like to acknowledge an organization in my riding that has been a supporter of the GLBTT community since day one, Sudbury Pride. It is important to stand in solidarity with GLBTT youth and recognize the work of organizations like Sudbury Pride and the steps they take to ensure that GLBTT youth know that life gets better.
Responsible CareStatements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Patricia Davidson Conservative Sarnia—Lambton, ON
Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada on the 25th anniversary of Responsible Care.
Responsible Care was launched in 1975 to address the chemistry industry's concerns for the environment and the health of Canadians.
Twenty-five years later, the Canadian Responsible Care model has been adopted by more than 50 countries around the world and has been recognized by the United Nations Environment Programme for its contributions to sustainable development.
Responsible Care companies have made great strides in reducing emissions and report their progress in a transparent way to the public each year. In my riding of Sarnia—Lambton, member companies of the CAER program have also been on the forefront of emergency response.
I would like to congratulate members of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada for showing a quarter century of environmental leadership through Responsible Care.
Government SpendingStatements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Yasmin Ratansi Liberal Don Valley East, ON
Mr. Speaker, this government wasted $1.2 billion on the G8 and G20 meetings held in Canada. That money was spent recklessly. For example, the government built a fake lake and many other completely useless things. It also impacted the lives of thousands of Torontonians. This government is incapable of managing a nation's economy.
My constituents believe that a better way to spend money, create jobs and help the environment would be to invest in the extension of the overburdened and incomplete rail system that serves the vast majority of Torontonians.
Why does the government shy away from funding projects that will create jobs and have a lasting benefit to hundreds of thousands of Canadians instead of wasting taxpayer dollars?
Charitable ContributionsStatements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ted Menzies Conservative Macleod, AB
Mr. Speaker, I am proud to announce that the Government of Canada and the Tim Horton Children's Foundation celebrated a significant charitable donation made on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen.
A total of $300,000 was contributed to three separate charities, focusing on supporting youth, families and Canadian military personnel. One hundred thousand dollars of this donation will go toward expanding the horsemanship program at the Tim Horton Children's Ranch in the beautiful Kananaskis Valley in the riding of Macleod. This 150 acre ranch provides children from all over the country with the unique experience of living in the Rockies and enjoying many outdoor activities.
These donations are an acknowledgement of each charity's hard work and selfless service in promoting the well-being of Canadians and will help build stronger families and provide a better future for Canadians.
Contaminated Water in ShannonStatements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Christiane Gagnon Bloc Québec, QC
Mr. Speaker, the federal government has never acknowledged its responsibility for contaminated water in Shannon, nor has it compensated the victims. It has employed all kinds of delay tactics and unusual procedures in order to hinder legal action taken by the victims. In particular, it has attempted to prevent a class action lawsuit and force each plaintiff to file an individual suit against the Department of National Defence. At present, the federal government is again holding up their case by not providing documents that they need to prepare their suit and imposing unreasonable fees for providing them.
If his government is not responsible for the environmental and human disaster in Shannon, as he claims, what does the defence department have to hide? If he is not willing to acknowledge the harm caused by the department and compensate the victims, he should at least demonstrate good faith, transparency and justice and provide the victims' lawyer with the documents requested.
Human SmugglingStatements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Joy Smith Conservative Kildonan—St. Paul, MB
Mr. Speaker, human smuggling is a despicable crime and any attempts to abuse Canada's generosity for financial gain is utterly unacceptable. Our government will crack down on human smugglers and those who seek to abuse our immigration system. We will not allow human smugglers to dock their boats on our shores with impugnity.
We will send a message that Canada opens its doors to those who work hard and play by the rules, while cracking down on those who seek to take advantage of our generosity and abuse our fair and welcoming immigration system.
I would encourage members from all parties to recognize the problem posed by human smugglers and recognize it is growing and must be stopped.
Our government will take action and stand up for those immigrants who work hard and play by the rules for the opportunity to live, work and raise a family in our great country.
York Lions ClubStatements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Alan Tonks Liberal York South—Weston, ON
Mr. Speaker, I am certain that members of the House can attest to the incredible contribution that service clubs make to community life in their ridings.
In my community of York South—Weston, the York Lions Club is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Like many clubs in both rural and urban areas, under the mantra of "we serve", the York Lions Club has made life better for youth, seniors and the disadvantaged.
Milestones in the 75 years of the York Lions Club include: the winning of the North America drum and bugle championships under the direction of the late Lion, Doug Saunders; the York Lions Steel Band under the direction of Lions Mike and Gail Stacey; and the ongoing support for the leader dog program to assist the visually impaired.
Lions Clubs throughout our country have contributed to hospitals, community centres and arenas and through their service have served as an inspiration for generations of Canadians. I know members of the House will join with me in celebrating and saluting Lions International and the York Lions Club on achieving 75 years of dedication to its motto "we serve".
ImmigrationStatements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Jacques Gourde Conservative Lotbinière—Chutes-de-la-Chaudière, QC
Mr. Speaker, our Conservative government will not stand idly by while Canada becomes a target for criminals aiming to profit from this country's generosity.
Canada is proud to be an open and generous society. Each year, we welcome hundreds of thousands of immigrants from around the world. These people work hard and play by the rules in order to live, make a living and raise their families in our beautiful country.
Unfortunately, our immigration system is the target of human smugglers who treat our country like a doormat to wipe their feet on. We need to fix this problem once and for all because it continues to grow.
Yesterday, our Conservative government informed Parliament of its intention to introduce a law that would keep human smugglers from abusing Canada's immigration system. I encourage members from all parties to acknowledge the fact that the problem of human smuggling is growing and needs to be stopped.
Julie MasonStatements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Libby Davies NDP Vancouver East, BC
Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the NDP caucus and staff, past and present, to express sadness and grief for the loss of a great friend and colleague, Julie Mason.
As the former director of communications and then as the chief of staff to NDP leader Alexa McDonough, Julie was innovative, strategic and fierce. She always brought her commitment to social justice to every aspect of her work. Julie was a role model for women as one of the few top female political players at a time when that was difficult and rare.
Whether it was her work on Parliament Hill, or with Oxfam Canada and the Children's Bridge Foundation, or her insightful and refreshingly clear writings on living with cancer, Julie's contributions have made a positive and lasting mark.
We send our love and gratitude for sharing so much of Julie with us to Don McGregor, Julie's husband, and her sons, Glen and Brian, her family and her grandchildren whom she loved so much.
The NDP is forever thankful for the commitment and generosity of Julie Mason and the life she lived to the fullest.
TradeStatements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Ron Cannan Conservative Kelowna—Lake Country, BC
Mr. Speaker, our Conservative government is always working to expand opportunities for Canadian farmers.
Our government's free trade agenda includes talks with close to 50 countries, in addition to the eight countries with which we have already signed trade agreements. We are also working to improve the mere three trade agreements signed under the previous government.
Our top trade initiative is our negotiations with the European Union which are progressing very well. Canadian farmers are speaking up in support of a deal with the EU.
The Canadian Cattlemen's Association has said that an agreement could be the biggest single opportunity for the Canadian cattle and beef industry since the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement.
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance said that opening the European market for Canadian agriculture and food products is critical.
It is clear that only the Conservative government can be counted on to support free trade and open markets for Canadian workers, businesses and farmers. We are getting this done for Canadians, opening jobs and creating hope and opportunity for all Canadians.
CensusStatements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Richard Nadeau Bloc Gatineau, QC
Mr. Speaker, today the OECD is celebrating United Nations World Statistics Day. The event serves as a reminder that government officials need good data to make informed, evidence-based decisions.
The Conservatives' decision to scrap the mandatory long form census is sabotaging its scientific nature and distorting the truth so they can manipulate it to suit their reality. They are playing up the threat of jail time for people who do not fill out the census form. Yet all opposition parties agree that that measure should be eliminated. It is important to note that no one has ever received jail time since the census became mandatory.
Over 300 organizations and municipalities, including the City of Gatineau, oppose the Conservatives' unscientific approach that will deprive them of statistics essential to the well-being of their citizens.
This dogmatic Conservative government needs to listen to reason and reinstate the mandatory long form census once and for all.
SeniorsStatements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Siobhan Coady Liberal St. John's South—Mount Pearl, NL
Mr. Speaker, I have spoken with many seniors who face the difficult choice of having food to eat or the medication they need, and seniors who spend their days in the mall keeping warm because they cannot afford to heat their homes.
Last week I learned of a 93-year-old being evicted from her apartment that she has lived in for decades so the landlord could raise the rent. I spoke with a senior recently who received an increase in his old age security, the first since 2008, and it was just $1.55 a month.
The seniors resource centre in my riding cannot fund its operations. It cut the grocery bus, Friday friendship and other programs.
Today may be World Statistics Day, but here in Canada, the Conservatives have decided to eliminate the long form census, which means less information about our struggling seniors and the services they need.
The government has to act now to help seniors. They built our country. Now the country needs to be there for them.
Foreign AffairsStatements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Dave Van Kesteren Conservative Chatham-Kent—Essex, ON
Mr. Speaker, today we heard more praise for Canada's principled foreign policy.
Today's Wall Street Journal praises the foreign policy positions taken by our government under the Prime Minister. The Wall Street Journal states that under the leadership of our Prime Minister:
Canada has avoided the worst of the global recession and emerged with a vibrant banking system and strong currency (now trading near parity to the U.S. dollar).
It also states:
The courage of its soldiers in Afghanistan, and in other missions, is testament to a nation that honors its commitments.
We agree with the Wall Street Journal and we make no apologies for our principled decisions. In fact, we have said all along that we are proud of our principled foreign policy positions.
Our government makes policy decisions based on what is right, not on what is popular, and we will continue to do so.
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
October 20th, 2010 / 2:15 p.m.
Etobicoke—Lakeshore Ontario
Michael Ignatieff LiberalLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, on Monday at Our Lady of Lourdes high school in Guelph, a young student named Diane asked me a question, "We are caring for my grandmother at home. If elected, what would you do to help people who are caring for the sick and elderly at home?" I replied to Diane, "Our answer is the family care plan". The Conservatives' answer is, "Use your vacation time".
How can the Prime Minister justify tax breaks for profitable corporations instead of helping families like Diane's?
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, the real question of course is why the leader of the Liberal Party thinks he can pull off, for the fifth time, a promise which his party has broken four previous times to the Canadian public, which is of course his home care plan, part of the $75 billion in promises the Liberals have made for the next election campaign.
The Liberals cannot justify it by then turning around and saying they will pay for it all by raising taxes on the Canadian economy during a recession. As economists across the country have said, that is a recipe for disaster. High taxes, high spending; that is why we must make sure the Liberal coalition does not get into office.
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Etobicoke—Lakeshore Ontario
Michael Ignatieff LiberalLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, the government is saying it can afford $6 billion in tax cuts for corporations and it cannot help Diane's family. That is what it amounts to. The elastic on that Canadian family is stretched tight. They owe $1.47 for every dollar they earn. They need help. They need help with family care and daycare. They need help.
Instead of getting care from this government, instead of getting help, it is giving a tax break to corporations. How does it justify this set of priorities to those hard-pressed Canadian families?
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, what this government says of course is that we have brought in tax reductions across the board for families, for consumers, and yes, for business as well, in order to strengthen the Canadian economy. That is one of the reasons we have one of the strongest economies in the developed world.
When we make promises to Canadians, we deliver them. We do not cut health care. We do not cut education. We do not cut employment insurance. And we do not raise taxes like the Liberals did.
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Etobicoke—Lakeshore Ontario
Michael Ignatieff LiberalLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, instead of offering to help Canadian families who are suffering and tightening their belts, the government is prepared to give a $6 billion gift to already-profitable corporations.
How does the government explain its choices to hard-pressed Canadian families?
Government PrioritiesOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, the reality is that corporate tax rates were set a long time ago. Now the Liberal Party is proposing to increase taxes for this country's major employers. The vice-president of the Montreal Economic Institute said that one of the measures proposed by the official opposition, increasing taxes for major employers, will be disastrous for Canadian workers and the economic recovery.
The EconomyOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Ralph Goodale Liberal Wascana, SK
Mr. Speaker, for months the government has been saying, "Don't worry, be happy. Middle class families do not need any support; they can just fend for themselves". But yesterday and today, the Bank of Canada shot the government's story full of holes. In fact, the Canadian economy has just suffered its worst quarter in months and faces serious risks from a global currency war to massive household debt.
The government's numbers about recovery are a fiction. How will the minister reconcile his hocus-pocus with hard facts from the Bank of Canada?
The EconomyOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, in fact the forecasts of the Bank of Canada mirror very closely those of the government, because our forecasts are based on private sector analysis, but not the Bank of Canada.
There is not a single credible economic voice in the country that is backing the advocacy of higher tax rates that the Leader of the Opposition and the Liberal Party are proposing.


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Welcome to the smart factory
The fourth industrial revolution has arrived, and it will transform manufacturing as we know it.
Industry 4.0 is merging operational, information and communication technologies with cyber-physical systems, enabled by advanced wireless communication and Industrial Internet of things (IoT) services. Manufacturing companies are betting on 5G to deliver ultra low latency, high bandwith and reliable communication to realize the smart factory.
In order to prove business value and ensure 5G meets real industry requirements, three Ericsson factories in Sweden, Estonia and China are fast-tracking the introduction of a new generation of smart manufacturing. Developing and implementing the first 5G and Industrial IoT systems in a real manufacturing environment allows this new wave of tech enablers to reach maturity more rapidly, ready to change the world.
At the heart of the Ericsson HQ campus in Sweden sits a perfect inventor's playground, where engineers and innovators are shaping the future of manufacturing in Ericsson's own '5G factory'. As the site that produces test beds for 5G and ships them across the globe, it is the ideal environment to trial new 5G and Industrial IoT innovations in a real production environment, such as precise localization technology.
This uses low-power tags to transmit real-time location data to the cloud. They can be placed on anything, giving decision makers complete visibility of any object and machine they want to keep track of. This enables true digital twins for traceability of inventory, reducing loss of assets and ultimately improving end-to-end efficiency.
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Estonia has a uniquely innovative culture, and Ericsson is one of its largest employers. The spirit of technological innovation is at the core of Estonian identity, and this is more than evident in the Ericsson Tallinn smart factory, which accounts for more than 10 percent of Estonia's exports today.
Discover how an innovation-driven workforce empowers Ericsson's production capabilities, and fosters the introduction of new smart manufacturing technologies. These include the introduction of a cutting-edge augmented reality troubleshooting solution, that has already more than doubled the team's effectiveness.
Through cellular connectivity, almost every asset in a factory can be connected and managed to solve operational challenges. Read how we're enabling more efficient and sustainable production processes in Tallinn.
The Ericsson smart factory in Nanjing only stops production of the latest radio base stations one day of the year – Chinese New Year.
Every other day, the factory harnesses the data generated through connecting everything from screwdrivers to entire warehousing systems with Industrial IoT and NB IoT. This has enabled the Nanjing factory to dramatically improve efficiency by tracking actual use of tools and dispatching services and maintenance accordingly.
Bringing ideas to life – King's College London and Ericsson
Discover how Ericsson is collaborating with King's College London and industry leaders to reshape our world with 5G research and technology innovation. Learn more about this case here.
A healing hand – King's College London and Ericsson
We are collaborating with Dr Prokar Dasgupta, a professor and surgeon at King's College London Hospital to explore how the tactile internet can provide patients around the world with access to remote medical specialists. Learn more about this case here.
Leveling-up education with gaming – King's College London, Rooplay and Ericsson
We are working with King's College London and Jason Williams at Rooplay to unlock education by making gaming more immersive with cutting-edge 5G technology. Learn more about this case here.
Creating an immersive experience – King's College London and Ericsson
Together with artist, writer and philosopher Ali Hossaini, we are working to discover how 5G can transform the arts and impact sensory experiences, bringing cultural events to new audiences around the world. Learn more about this case here.
Teach anyone to learn anything – King's College London and Ericsson
The Internet of Skills can enable anyone to become an expert. Together with Dr Mischa Dohler, Chair Professor in Wireless Communications at King's College London, we are learning how to transfer human knowledge remotely. Learn more about this case here.
Safety is no accident – Boliden and Ericsson
By harnessing 5G technology, Ericsson and Boliden are boosting reliable communications in mines to improve productivity and safety. Learn more about this case here.
Take the road untraveled – Scania, the Royal Institute of Technology and Ericsson
Join Ericsson, Scania and the Royal Institute of Technology as they accelerate autonomous, connected transportation fueled by 5G. Learn more about this case here.
Touch the virtual world – ABB and Ericsson
Ericsson and ABB are engineering robot remote control with haptics, enabling us to realistically 'touch' the virtual world for the first time. Learn more about this case here.
Smart fix – Cramo, Husqvarna and Ericsson
Ericsson, Cramo and Husqvarna have created a pioneering proof of concept for process automation, transforming the tool rental business.Learn more about this case here.
Enabling connected healthcare – AstraZeneca, China Mobile, WND and Ericsson
Ericsson is partnering with AstraZeneca, WND and China Mobile to enhance healthcare services in China through collaboration and the Internet of Things. Learn more about this case here.
Securing the cloud for the future – TIM and Ericsson
We are connecting people, objects and the cloud to optimize processes, enhance safety and reduce costs in services enabled by 5G projects. Learn more about this case here.
The robotics – Zucchetti Centro Sistemi, The BioRobotics Institute and Ericsson
In collaboration with the BioRobotics Institute and Zucchetti Centro Sistemi, Ericsson is exploring innovative uses for 5G cloud robotics. Learn more about this case here.
The gateway to Tuscany – CNIT, Port of Livorno and Ericsson
Discover how Ericsson, CNIT and the Port of Livorno are considering ways to transform seaport communications by developing a connected port. Learn more about this case here.
A healthy obsession with innovation – Imaginalis, El.En and Ericsson
Two Tuscany-based companies are combining their research efforts with Ericsson to transform healthcare treatments and improve the lives of patients around the world. Learn more about this case here.
On the road to innovation – Piaggio and Ericsson
In collaboration with Ericsson, Tuscan company Piaggio is using 5G technology to put Italy at the forefront of the transportation sector once again. Learn more about this case here.

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Havergal BRIAN (1876-1972)
Symphony No. 22, Symphonia brevis (1964/65) [9:22]
Symphony No. 23 (1965) [13:44]
Symphony No. 24 in D major (1965) [16:29]
English Suite No. 1, Op. 12 (1905/06) [25:51]
New Russia State Symphony Orchestra/Alexander Walker
rec. 26-27, 30-31 August 2012, Studio 5, Russian State TV and Radio Company KULTURA, Moscow, Russia,
It was in the late 1970s that I borrowed from the local library Kenneth Eastaugh's biography 'Havergal Brian: The Making of a Composer'. Brian was the very model of an unjustly neglected composer and I recall being saddened by the promises of numerous premières of his works that never came to be and his general lack of recognition. I remember buying one or two recordings played by school orchestras with part of me thinking that this music cannot be that good if no professional orchestras could be persuaded to take Brian's works into the recording studio.
Although at first hearing the music seemed dark, dense and rather impenetrable I persisted and remained fascinated with the many colourful and exciting sounding titles such as the Comedy Overtures Doctor Merryheart; The Jolly Miller and The Tinker's Wedding; Cantata,The Vision of Cleopatra; Fantastic symphony;Turandot Suite; the Concert Overture For Valour and, best of all, the thrilling sounding opera The Tigers.
Requiring a thousand singers and musicians the vast proportions of the Symphony No. 1 'The Gothic', often described as a masterwork, but probably doomed rarely to be performed professionally, seemed to dominate and overshadow everything else Brian had written. Who would believe it! In 2011 The Gothic was performed at the BBC Proms (issued by Hyperion) and thanks to labels such as Naxos, Toccata Classics and Dutton Epoch Brian recordings seem to be appearing at a fair rate of knots. At this very moment as I'm sat writing this piece Brian's Symphony No. 5 (The Wine of Summer) is being played on BBC Radio 3 on 25 June 2013 by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra under Nicholas Kok with Donald Maxwell (baritone). It's acutely noticeable that his music is absent from concert programmes but that applies to the vast majority of worthy British composers; not just to Brian.
It doesn't seem long since the release on Dutton Epoch CDLX7296 containing the Symphony No. 13, Violin Concerto, Overture 'The Tinker's Wedding' and the English Suite No. 4 'Kindergarten' played by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra under Martyn Brabbins. Now this welcome Naxos disc arrives containing Symphonies Nos. 22, 'Symphonia brevis', 23 and 24 with the English Suite No. 1, Op. 12. Incidentally the notes in the Naxos booklet state that the Symphonies Nos. 23 and 24 are being given their first recordings.
In 1958 Brian had moved to Shoreham-by-Sea, Sussex and this set of three symphonies formed part of the last period of Brian's life when in an Indian summer of productivity he wrote 20 symphonies. The three here were composed in a nine month period in 1964/65 when Brian would have been eighty-eight/eighty-nine. The predominant impression is how charged they are with immense reserves of weight, power and energy often conveying an intense sense of struggle and turmoil.
At just over nine minutes the Symphony No. 22 known as the 'Symphonia brevis' is Brian's shortest symphony. Composed in 1964/65 the two movement score was introduced in 1971 at a recording session at St John's Smith Square, London played by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra under Myer Fredman. The opening movement Maestoso e ritmico feels predominantly ardent and restless with the music swelling to an impressive conclusion. A calm yet uneasy march of a martial quality opens the second movement Tempo di marcia e ritmico before at 2:28 the music explodes into life taking the music to a severe and rather acerbic climax before relative calm is restored.
From 1965 the Symphony No. 23 is another two movement score first performed in 1973 at Galesburg, Illinois by the University of Illinois Symphony Orchestra, under Bernard Goodman. It seems that Brian considered giving the score the title of 'Symphonia grandis'. A sense of pressurised anxiety and suppressed anger suffuses the opening movement Moderato - Allegro con anima which feels like a depiction of an army preparing for imminent battle. The second movement marked Adagio non troppo ma pesante is dark and craggy, laden with a strong sense of apprehension. Just prior to the conclusion the music takes on a distinctly martial quality.
Using a single movement form, divided into three discernable sections, the Symphony No. 24 in D major is mightily impressive. I responded to it strongly and consider it a twentieth century masterwork. Composed in 1965 it was not until 1973 that it was first performed for the reason of making a recording by the London Philharmonic Orchestra conductor Myer Fredman. The moods vary widely from what feels initially like a depiction of a victory pageant, leading to doleful writing of an unsettling rather disconsolate character. Distinctively, a lighter, calmer section comes as a welcome break and the brass fanfare from 9:16 reminded me of knights jousting at a medieval pageant. Contrastingly the symphony closes with a restful Adagio serving as a bright optimistic new dawn.
The earliest work here is the six movement English Suite No. 1, Op. 12 from 1905/06 the first of five such English Suites. One of his first works to receive a performance, it was the composer himself who conducted the Leeds Municipal Orchestra at its première in 1907 at Leeds Town Hall. Brian provides sufficient contrast in the movements to hold the interest easily. I especially enjoyed the opening movement Characteristic March,a representation of the Novello publishing house at Berners Street, London. The curious Waltz section feels rather starchy and formal but overall the effect is most agreeable. The final movement is extremely enjoyable and full of merrymaking including snippets of familiar tunes such as God Save The Queen.
The Russian State TV and Radio Company engineers have provided a satisfying sound quality. The New Russia State Symphony Orchestra under Alexander Walker evidently understand the turbulence of the writing. They play with an excellent vitality and strong character in which the climaxes are thrust home decisively.
Michael Cookson
Turbulent Brian played and recorded with excellent vitality, strong character and climaxes thrust home decisively.
See also review by Rob Barnett
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In October 2009, as part of their Green Transformation Program, the Canadian government, through Natural Resources Canada, agreed to provide approximately $57.7 million of funding to Celgar for projects designed to meet certain energy efficiency or environmental improvement requirements. The Green Energy Project will benefit from $46.8 million of this funding and the balance will be used for the funding of other eligible high return projects.


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Home buyers in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area enjoyed plenty of inventory compared to their counterparts in the Nashville area until recent years.
Prior to 2016, there was always a surplus of homes to choose from in Clarksville. When home buyers found a home they liked, they could "sit on it" for a while, ensuring buying the home was the right decision for them. At times, home buyers in Clarksville-Montgomery County could see a home for the first time and go back 30 days later to see the same home with the price of the home having been reduced. Or the home buyer could write a low offer knowing if rejected they could always come back to the home if need be. That has all changed.
Enter 2017! The market in Clarksville-Montgomery Country really began to heat up fast in 2017 causing days on market to drop and multiple offers to become more common place. Not only was this a new concept to the home buyers, but also to their realtors.
"I have never seen the Clarksville-Montgomery County market like this since I've been practicing here. Typically we ask sellers to cover all closing costs and even exclude earnest money. Now it's best to advise the buyer to adjust their offer to limit the amount of closing costs the seller is paying either out of the buyer's pocket or bumping up the offer price to make up the difference. Earnest money is a must these days! Also, buyers need to make an offer right away. They cannot afford to wait anymore." said Erich "Rak" Sorensen, Realtor.
Looking at the numbers from the first and second quarters of 2017 shows the crunch home buyers are currently feeling. Between the first and second quarter of 2017 there was a 20% drop in the amount of time homes were for sale on the market. The average sales price went from $172,066 to $184,939 and the amount of homes sold increased by 30% in this same period. "I expect these patterns to continue throughout the year and into next year. There are a lot of people moving to Clarksville-Montgomery County and with affordable home prices we are seeing people coming up from the Nashville area", said Erich "Rak" Sorensen, Realtor.
Sellers and listing agents have taken notice of the current trend and are adjusting their marketing strategies accordingly. In the not-so-distant past, a seller in Clarksville-Montgomery County had to price aggressively even offering up closing costs and home warranties in the advertising. Now, as long as the home is in good condition and shows well, homes are being listed and at top dollar with the expectation of multiple offers.
Erich "Rak" Sorensen, Realtor said, "Now when I list a client's home I am expecting multiple offers. If we get multiple offers, my clients net more money and that is my ultimate goal". If you are looking to buy a home in Clarksville-Montgomery County, get ready to be aggressive with your offer because you will lose the home to another buyer if you are not.
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Exercises for Bloggers
So almost 5 weeks in to the new year and you've already given up on the exercise regime that you said you were going to stick to on the 1st of January.
I get it…
The girl on reception at your local gym spat her coffee out with shock horror when you pulled your hands out of tracksuit bottoms and revealed the stretchy lycra number you had covering up your knuckles.
Exercising for bloggers is really important! Especially If you're taking part in a blog post challenge, (Which I highly recommend you do)
You'll need to make sure your fingers are in good shape, all warmed up and ready to type.
Because pulling a handstring is no a laughing matter…
…believe me I've done it and it makes eating ice cream less enjoyable.
So let me share with you some of my tried and tested exercises for bloggers. I have to warn you. Once I share these methods with you, there is a big possibility you could get hand-hunted by a local talent scout for your amazing abilities.
Exercises for Bloggers – Finger Racing.
On Your Marks Get Set….
Before you even put your fingers on the racetrack, you might want to follow these tips.
1.) Drink 14 to 20 ounces of fluid two to three hours before the race.
2.) Eat something with 0.1 grams of carbs per finger then wait two to three hours.
3) Choose a high-carb, low-fibre food with a little protein that is easy to digest, maybe something from a finger buffet.
4.). Right before the race drink a sports drink through a straw.
Finger Racing alone is more fun, but if you can find someone daft enough you might be able to convince them this is a good idea.
Images and Hand Art Courtesy of Amazing Hand Painting Art by Mario Mariotti
Exercises for Bloggers – Finger Football or Soccer if you live the USA
Follow this finger football warm up to make sure the Referee doesnt give you the thumbs down.
The warm up should begin approximately 30 minutes before kick-off:
1.) Start with a slow finger jog (for instructions on how to do this, see finger running above and apply less vigour)
2.) build up to 3/4 pace running so that the heart rate is raised to 160bpm as measured by a heart rate monitor.
3.) Make sure you have worked up a slight sweat before turning on your computer.
The finger football player should mimic activities that you may have to carry out in a game – i.e side foot passing, high kicks, jumping, heading, squatting and diving.
It's a good idea to draw the curtains and or not to look at yourself in a mirror.
Once warmed up take a lie down and sleep for 30 minutes before entering your wordpress dashboard.
Exercises for Bloggers – Finger Rowing
Finger rowing is very strenuous and if you find it difficult to open the lids on drink bottles this one might not be for you. But if you up for the challenge here's what you can do.
1.) It helps if you fill the bath tub up to half way before getting in. If you don't have a bath you could try the shower, but it's not advisable as your oar might smash the glass. To alleviate this risk, replace life size rowing oars with cotton buds.
2.) Finding your rowing style can be daunting, but most bloggers find reminiscing back to the late 70s and early 80s and remembering the dance moves to oops upside the head works really well. For those of you born in the 80's you might remember your mum embarrassing you at your cousins wedding. If you were born in the 90's count yourself lucky you haven't had to experience this.
Once you have this down you will find your finger naturally flow more easily on the keyboard. However it's not advisable to have your computer in the bathroom with you. So towel dry before blogging.
Exercises for Bloggers – Finger Conducting
Go to the park and find the best stick you can find. If you don't live near a park a pencil will suffice. Conducting is a really great way to find your creative flair and listening to music generally can get those blogging brain cells pumping. I recommend music such as:
I wanna hold your hand – The Beatles
Gold Finger – Shirley Bassey
One Hand in my Pocket – Alanis Morisette
…even if you can't read music look at these notes below and pretend that you do. Twirl your hands around your head and every now and again pretend you are swatting an imaginary fly.
So that's it, now you know all my secret hand and finger exercises to get you supple and ready for a blogging marathon.
And if you're in the mood why not join us in the business blogging community
Do you have any blogging exercise to share? I would love to know your thoughts on mine, which of them might try out first?
To Your Simple Blogging Success,


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I trust I'm posting this in the right forum. You nice people do consider 3 semesters of java still "new," right??
Anyway, I'm having a problem with Scanner. I have my program prompting me for a file name, and when I type in a file name and hit enter, the program does not seem like it's going to the next step. Now, when I step through in debug mode, it looks like it's making it to a few lines down, where I start scanning the file and counting the number of lines. But my lines variable goes waaaaay past the true number of lines in the file.
Anyway, what I don't understand, mainly, is why my program seems to get stuck. Is it because it's counting the lines? Also, why does it keep incrementing? My file has 10 lines...
Here's my code:
public static void main(String[] args) { String filename; int lines = 0; Scanner input_scan = new Scanner(System.in), file_scan; System.out.print("Enter a file name: "); filename = input_scan.next(); file_scan = new Scanner(filename); while (file_scan.hasNextLine()) lines++;
Here is everything in the text file I'm scanning:
1234 23 widget1
3456 123 widget2
4356 45 widget3
1056 1234 widget4
9999 237 widget5
9322 22 widget6
5322 755 widget7
3422 2 widget8
3333 95 widget9
1111 15 widget10
That's it.
Any help would be greatly appreciated!


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Location: Within view of Elliot Bay, The Olympics and every ship in the Sound
Posted: Fri May 05, 2006 2:12 pm
Post subject: Book Collection
I love to read and have a good sized collection that I am looking to increase. Can you recommend me some of your favoriet books?
I love reading essays, political satire, philosophy and religion, but I am looking to broaden my library. I have hardly any of the classics, and well just want more variety.
My American Lit. prof. really made me hate American literature from the Victorian Era. Can anyone recommend something from that time period they really loved? I would like to change my mind. I'm still a little gun shy about Willa Cather and Edith Wharton.
My three favorite authors of all time are J.D. Salinger, Sarah Vowell and Jane Austen. Followed closely by David Sedaris, Anthony Bourdain and Douglas Coupland.
"It's watery....and yet there's a smack of ham."
"It's hot ham water."
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Location: Sénas, France (Provence)
Posted: Fri May 05, 2006 2:34 pm
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Have you read books by Isabel Allende? I think I have
her books - I love books with eccentric characters and family histories and she is certainly great at that. Other books I loved are "Life of Pi" (sorry can't remember the author's name), and "A Suitable Boy" by Vikram Seth (this is a really long book though, not for the faint of heart).
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Posted: Fri May 05, 2006 3:06 pm
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Erin--so glad to see Sedaris on your fave list! Mine too! I would suggest anything by Michael Cunningham, in particular The Hours or Flesh and Blood. And just because we're grown ups is no reason to overlook Anne of Green Gables.
Denise hits the jackpot with Allende but of all the "magical realism" books from South American I have read 100 Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez is closest to my heart.
Life of Pi is by Yann Martel.
Vivant Linguae Mortuae!!
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Location: Sénas, France (Provence)
Posted: Fri May 05, 2006 3:15 pm
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Gabriel Garcia Marquez is great too...love that magical realism...and David Sedaris too...although I prefer listening to him tell stories, his voice is priceless...Sarah Vowell's too...I see we have some NPR fans here...
didn't I see something on this site about a book club? Is that still going on or did it fizzle out? I was just thinking it might be interesting to read books about food....
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Location: buried under a pile of books somewhere in Adelaide, South Australia
Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 12:23 am
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Jodi Picoult
Diana Gabaldon
Tim Winton
Sarah Waters
Doing what you like is freedom
Liking what you do is happiness
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 2:22 am
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Judy - I love Tim Winton too.
My faves: Jonathan Franzen, Alain de Botton, Julian Barnes, Mark Kurlansky. Have you read Ex Libris by Anne Fadiman?
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 2:35 am
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Barbara, I haven't but it sounds interesting. I am adding it to my shopping cart!
Here's a link for anyone who wants to check out the book Ex Libris
David, Of course he is on my list! I almost died laughing when I read 'Me Talk Pretty One Day'. His sister Amy kills me too, "Strangers With Candy" was a disturbing show but great all the same.
I have never read Anne of Green Gables, my friend Kim is a huge fan. I may have to give it a read one of these days. I will also check out Michael Cunningham, you always have the best taste.
Today I bought, John Hodgeman's, " The Areas of My Expertise", Kafka's Metamorphsis, (read in high school, I think it's time to give it another go), and "Please Kill Me, An Oral History Of Punk" by an author who's name is escaping me.
Thanks for all the suggestions so far, I will be checking them all out. Please, keep 'em coming!
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Location: Tempe, Arizona; US
Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 6:04 am
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I think Jeanette Winterson is great. I found
Sexing the Cherry
by accident and was blown away.
Written on the Body
is really something too. Neither are particularly racy despite the titles. I read everything by her I can get my hands on. To me her writing seems like a western version of magical realism. Once in a while I find a recycled phrase or something, there are a couple of her books I don't recommend as much, but, overall, wow.
I adore Sedaris too
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 6:11 am
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For escapism I read Fantasy and Science Fiction, but that's not for everyone. If you're interested, I can recommend some authors in the genre. In more mainstream fiction, a personal favorite is Roddy Doyle. Start with the Commitments (which the movie was based on), very interesting prose written in Dublin slang. Christopher Moore is very funny, a sample title "The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove". If you like Douglas Coupland, you might want to look into Chuck Palanhiuk (Fight Club). They actually did a reading toghether here in Vancouver back in February. I wanted to go, but it sold out before I got around to calling for tickets for my book club.
Approach love and cooking with reckless abandon. - The Dalai Lama
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 7:16 am
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Food Sci Geek, what a great reading that sounds like. Sorry it didn't work out
Erin and Barbara, I read the bits online of
ex libris
and now I will have to go to my bookseller and order it.
Thanks, Erin for bringing up this topic. I love to read, but a couple lit teachers (and my bad attitude) in high school turned me off to classics. For years I have meant to give Hemingway and Hawthorne another chance but never did. All of your examples and the suggestions from everybody are inspiring.
But I still don't care for Mrs. N.
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 5:00 pm
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I actually saw Douglas Coupland do a reading at the Elliot Bay Book Company in Seattle. We talked with him for a while afterwards, he is an interesting guy, very dry. It is too bad you missed him. I will be checking out Chuck Palanhiuk, I have heard of him but never read any of his work. I will be putting Roddy Doyle on my Wish List right now!
It is really sad when teachers who have such a great opportunity to inspire turn a great work into watching the grass grow. If you give Hemmingway another go round try "Moveable Feast". You won't be sorry. Thanks for you recommendation of Jeanette Winterson, your description peaked my interest.
Thanks all, these are great so far.
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Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 9:33 pm
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So many authors, so little time......
Most of the authors and books listed are fabulous. Definately on my shelves and/or wish list. One of the things I really miss about Sydney is my absolutely enormous book collection. It numbers in thousands.... and has only increased in the time I have been here...... oops. Also have a passion for very old books and will not even start to think how many collectors editions I have.... the insurance man loved me when our belongings went into storage.... my husband was less than impressed.
I must admit that I have a very ecclectic taste when it comes to reading. Just about everything and anything can be "grist to the mill" of my mind.
Foodscigeek, when we came over here the only books that came in the freight were a handfull of scifi books. My husband reads them almost in exclusion of all other genres.
I was the lucky recipient of a parcel containing books (and other goodies) from Pestoman and his lovely wife. Was trying to save them to read on my upcoming trip..... but they have not made it......
They are finished and absolutely fabulous!!!!!!!!!! There was a trilogy on the life of Josephine by Sandra Gulland and also a copy of Master and Commander.
At present I am reading The Ship of Brides by Jojo Moyes. Very interesting read. Based on the diaries of war brides from Australia who married American and British soldiers.
Also have a few other books on the go, one of which is Villette in french and english. Really enjoying that one and looking forward to reading more classics in french.
We have an english language library at the club, and can borrow 4 books at a time. I try to borrow a biography, a new release, a "frivilous read" and a serious novel each time. This way I enjoy a wide range and read books which I might normally bypass. Having limited access to books in english really changes your preferences!
I saw Ex-Libris on the shelves last time I was in the library. Will make a point of borrowing it next tuesday if it is still available. Always on the lookout for a good read.
Feel very sad for those of you who had bad experiences in english classes. I am feeling very privileged right now as I had wonderful teachers who encouraged my (already rampant) reading. One of the best things in life is rediscovering an old friend, and books are truely one of the best friends you will ever make! Hope you all regain the spark for reading and soon enjoy it as much as I do.
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Location: Melbourne Australia
Posted: Sat May 06, 2006 11:13 pm
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Erin, re David's suggestion, have you read Ann of Green Gables? It is a wonderful read, as is Little Women!
Debbie, good reading experiences begin our our mother's lap when our mother's and father's read to us early on. Our Premier has instigated a reading club to encourage our youth to read, the children have to read a prescribed number of books after which they receive a certificate from the Premier.
Unfortunately my workload is etremely heavy at present, so most of my reading is technical. I can't wait to begin reading for pleasure again, particularly as it looks like being a long cold and wet winter here.
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Location: Penrith (where jacarandas remind me of change), New South Wales, Australia
Posted: Sun May 07, 2006 4:41 am
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Paulo Coelho and Alain de Botton
'n of course MFK Fisher
"I've never accepted the external appearance of things as the whole truth. The world is much more elaborate than the nerves of our eye can tell us." - James Gleeson
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Location: Within view of Elliot Bay, The Olympics and every ship in the Sound
Posted: Sun May 07, 2006 5:12 pm
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Madame, Of course MFK Fisher! I could hardly love reading and food without her.
jenjen, Lousia May Alcott was required reading in my house. I love Little Women. I have not read Anne Of Green Gables, thoughit has been recommended to ma many times. I think it is finally time to see what everyone is talking about!
Debbie, I would be so sad if I had to leave my books behind. Though living abroad would lessen the pain. A good friend of mine moved to Boston two years ago to pursue her Masters etc, she left her bed behind and brought her books. She rents a tiny little room just off campus, and it is absolutely filled with stacks of books and one little air mattress in the corner. Thank goodness her boyfriend is moving out next month, and bringing the bed. That's dedication!
P.S. While my poor experience with Victorian Era American Lit soured me some, at least it didn't turn me off to reading.
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"It's hot ham water."
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"1. Brain MRI: Routine.
2. Head and neck MRA: Routine.
3. Echocardiogram: Routine.
4. Bring patient some tampons ASAP!!!"
A Blog detailing the insanity of my medical practice and the stupidity of everyday life.
Doesn't she have one in her purse to tide her over?
Just asking.
I dunno. Didn't ask. Look, I'm just the neurologist!
Or some kitty litter!
and he didn't order a beer?
for himself?
just wondering...
at least the internist didn't say STAT!
little d, S.N.- Actually, it did say STAT. I wasn't sure my non-medical readers would know the term.
Anything remotely gyn or obstetric is an truly an emergency outside of a labor and delivery/post-partum floor. Good to know your hospital is no different than ours!
Hey Grumpy, my 5 and 8 year olds know what STAT means, and I don't even work in the medical field.
I'm wondering if she was having menorrhagia, could the 34 y/o stroke victim have a bleeding disorder? Just a thought...
I really hope he didn't think her possible stroke was causing her vaginal bleeding....
Tampons? Good grief, must be a private hospital. All we give out here are the huge, wingless ones also used post partum.
Stroke causing vaginal bleeding, no. But hemorrhagic stroke + menorrhagia could point to underlying thrombophilia.
I'd Grab an ABD pad and some silk tape; however I am evil. Of all the dumb orders I have seen. Is toxic shock syndrome ever occur anymore. With all of the other issues the pt had; a simple oversight like not changing the tampon, could be easily missed.
I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess kristen is a new medical grad of some sort? an FPNP perhaps?
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Joey Moss belts out the national anthem to start the game. You have to love the passion Joe has for the song. The crowd loves it and gives him a huge ovation at the end. All the players have big smiles on their face as Joey walks off the ice.
They will play two 25-minute periods to decide the Joey Moss Cup. Here were the line-ups for the game:
Cole – Horcoff – Hemsky
Lerg – Brodziak – Stortini
Potulny – O'Marra – Paukovich
Schremp – Brule – Reddox
Staios – Peckham
Gilbert – Grebeshkov
Strudwick – Bisaillon
Roloson and Dubnyk
Nilsson Cogliano Gagner
Moreau Pisani Penner
Trukhno Pouliot McDonald
Sestito Spurgeon Eberle
Souray Smid
Visnovsky Chorney
Roy Plante
Garon and Deslauriers.
2:20… A hush over the crowd as Garon gets run over by his own D-man Alex Plante, but after a few seconds Garon is up and looks fine.
3:42… Nilsson speeds in, dances around Peckham, goes across the crease, but Roloson stays with him the whole way and makes the pad save
5:45… Hitting picks up a bit as Stortini leans into Roy behind the Blue net. It was a bit harder than an all-star game hit, so don't worry that the Oilers are running their own teammates.
6:32… Eric Cole continues to carry a hot stick as he pots a rebound into an empty net for his third goal of the tourney. They announce it unassisted. Cole was on a line with Brule and Reddox at the time, as Schremp took his spot on the top line. 1–0 White.
10:32… Roloson makes another big stop as he robs Pouliot's redirection. A great pass from Trukhno from the right point down to Pouliot at the left dot, but Roloson slides across nicely.
13:40… Grebeshkov with a bad pass in the offensive zone leads to a 2-on-1 for Pisani and Penner. Pisani brings it down the right side, fakes the shot, and dishes a backhand to Penner who one-times it past Roloson. With Reasoner gone, Pisani looked like Sakic on that play. Okay, MacT might never live down that comparison, and Pisani didn't snap it home, nor does he wear #19, but he looked as close to Sakic on that play as Reasoner did at any point last season. 1–1 tie.
18:00… Not much happening, and normally I would be bored, but not today. WHY? Because the Fish absolutely dominated the New England Patriots this afternoon 38–13. Ronnie Brown rushed for four TDs and then passed for one. This was the most dominant win in probably 15 years for my boys in teal. Watch out for the Fish, they might win eight games this year baby! (Speaking of football, how bad were the Eskimos today? All those Esks fans who pleaded for Shaw to show the game are probably regretting watching it…) OK back to hockey. Something happened.
21:02… Gagner takes the first penalty of the game, as he gets a cross-checking call in the offensive zone. White sends out Hemsky, Horcoff, Schremp with Strudwick and Bisaillon. I'll ask Strudwick after but I'm guessing that's the first PP time he has had in a few years. White controls it the offensive zone for 45 seconds, but they don't get any good chances. Brodziak's line comes out with Staios and Peckham, but they can't get the puck as McDonald does a good job of ragging the puck shorthanded. White ends up with no shots on the man advantage.
24:56… Gagner's line is back out and they are schooling the O'Marra line cycling at will. Gagner gets the puck on the right boards, he circles back to the point, straddles the blueline, fights off O'Marra, skates in the slot, and then fires a pass to Nilsson at the right crease, who goes across the crease and backhands it into a wide open net. A beautiful goal and this young line looks poised to pick up where they left off last season. Nilsson from Gagner and Cogliano and team Blue leads 2-1 after 25 minutes. Blue outshot white 15-9.
Dubnyk now in goal for white and Deslauriers for Blue.
0:15… Schremp has played every shift but this is his first with Hemsky and Horcoff. MacTavish will give him every opportunity to shine this camp—now the onus is on Schremp to produce. If he can put up some points in the preseason he could finally stick with the big club.
4:00… Visnovsky rips one from the point. Dubnyk can't handle the rebound and first-rounder Eberle fires it home from the left crease. Eberle will be going back to junior, but his offensive flair is noticeable. Look for him to play a few pre-season games. 3–1 Blue.
5:53… Penner leans on Gilbert from behind and sits for two. White second PP—this time Horcoff's line has Gilbert and Grebeshkov with them. White controls for the entire minute (penalties are only 60 seconds), Schremp has the best chance but hits the outside of the post. As the penalty expires, Schremp sets up shop behind the net and finds Bisaillon streaking in from the point, but Deslauriers makes the save.
7:17… Blue gets their first PP as Hemsky takes an interference penalty. Blue sends out Sestito's line with Souray and Smid. They don't get set up and the man advantage ends with no shots for Blue.
10:04… Pouliot shows some nice hands as he takes the McDonald pass and in one motion snaps it over the glove of Dubnyk. McDonald and Trukhno get assists. Dubnyk hasn't made a good stop yet. As I write this, he stones Trukhno in close. 4–1 Blue
10:58… Trukhno is awarded a penalty shot. He strolls in, makes a few moves and buries it home. Nice hands from Trukhno. Look for him to be one of the leading scorers in Springfield this year. FYI, I have no idea why they awarded him a penalty shot. Maybe they felt bad he was robbed seconds earlier. 5–1 Blue as they are running away with this.
12:05… Lerg continues to have a good camp, as he gets a lucky bounce off a pass and rips it shortside. Brodziak and Stortini with the assists. Lerg is making a name for himself in camp, much to the delight of Lowetide, and Jeff Truitt expects him to be a go-to-guy in the AHL this season. 5–2 Blue
15:30… Cole is back on the left side with Horcoff and Hemsky. Cole has looked great through two days of camp. I knew he was a good player, but his willingness to drive the net on every shift should give the Oilers a 37 or more goal scorer.
16:40… The kids are back. They cycle it well again as Sestito forces the turnover with a hit on Brule behind the White goal. Nilsson grabs the puck and hits Gagner in the slot. Gagner takes his time, circles to this right and puts it over a sprawled-out Dubnyk. 6–2 Blue.
17:26… Did I mention Ronnie Brown rushed for four TDs and for good measure threw a TD pass as well in Miami's crushing win over the Patsies? It's been 20 minutes since I thought about that dominating performance of my Fish, so I thought I'd share. Yeah, yeah, back to hockey. Trust me this isn't the most entertaining game I've seen. It's close to an all-star game, but with only a handful of all-stars. I think Billy Moores might bag skate his team (White) when this is over. They have been dominated.
24:13… Not much happening the last seven minutes. Both teams are just trying to avoid injury as they get ready for four games in four days. Blue wins convincingly 6–2. Player of the game is Gagner. No one really stood out, but Gagner and his line controlled the play most shifts. A great sign for Oiler fans if the kids can be as good, or better, as they were last year. Final shots 34–21 for Blue.
25:00… Blue wins as Joey hands the Cup to Dustin Penner.
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Comparing Traditional Data Center and Cloud Data Center Operating Costs
Ultimately, cloud computing services are attractive because the cost is likely to be far lower than providing the same service from your traditional data center, so it helps to understand why cloud data center costs are lower. This economic factor applies to clouds whether they're private or public.
How much does a data center cost to run? It depends on these things:
How big it is.
Where it is.
What it's doing.
The cost of running a traditional data center
Although each data center is a little different, the average cost per year to operate a large data center is usually between $10 million to $25 million.
Where's the bulk of the money going? This might surprise you.
42 percent: Hardware, software, disaster recovery arrangements, uninterrupted power supplies, and networking. (Costs are spread over time, amortized, because they are a combination of capital expenditures and regular payments.)
58 percent: Heating, air conditioning, property and sales taxes, and labor costs. (In fact, as much as 40 percent of annual costs are labor alone.)
The reality of the traditional data center is further complicated because most of the costs maintain existing (and sometimes aging) applications and infrastructure. Some estimates show 80 percent of spending on maintenance.
Before you conclude that you need to throw out the data center and just move to the cloud, know the nature of the applications and the workloads at the core of data centers:
Most data centers run a lot of different applications and have a wide variety of workloads.
Many of the most important applications running in data centers are actually used by only a relatively few employees.
Some applications that run on older systems are taken off the market (no longer sold) but are still necessary for business.
Because of the nature of these applications, it probably wouldn't be cost effective to move these environments to the cloud.
The cost of running a cloud data center
In this case cloud data centers means data centers with 10,000 or more servers on site, all devoted to running very few applications that are built with consistent infrastructure components (such as racks, hardware, OS, networking, and so on).
What's the key difference in the cost structure of a traditional data center and a cloud data center? One of the most important factors is that cloud data centers aren't remodeled traditional data centers.
Cloud data centers are
Constructed for a different purpose.
Created at a different time than the traditional data center.
Built to a different scale.
Not constrained by the same limitations.
Perform different workloads than traditional data centers.
Because of this design approach, the economics of a cloud data center are significantly different.
Estimates for how much it costs to build a cloud data center include three cost factors:
Labor costs are 6 percent of the total costs of operating the cloud data center.
Power distribution and cooling are 20 percent.
Computing costs are 48 percent.
Of course, the cloud data center has some different costs than the traditional data center (such as buying land and construction).
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